Toronto, Ontario, Canada
44th operating temple
Dedicated: 25-27 Aug 1990
Gordon B. Hinckley
Atonement
Hebrew 2:9
But we see Jesus, who was made a little lower than the angels for the suffering of death, crowned with glory and honour; that he by the grace of God should taste death for every man.
Alma 34:1-16
*Why do you think Jesus Christ is the only one who could atone for the sins of the world?
*President Russell M. Nelson: "His Atonement is infinite - without an end. It was also infinite in that all humankind would be saved from neverending death. It was infinite in terms of His immense suffering....It was infinite in scope - it was to be done once for all. And the mercy of the Atonement extends not only to an infinite number of people, but also to an infinite number of worlds created by Him. It was infinite beyond any human scale of measurement or mortal comprehension, 'Jesus was the only one who could offer such an infinite Atonement, since He was born of a mortal mother and an immortal Father. Because of that unique birthright, Jesus was an infinite Being.'"
DC 102:1-16
1-8, A high council is appointed to settle important difficulties that arise in the Church; 9-18, Procedures are given for hearing cases;
What is the function of the High Council?
*To settle important difficulties which might arise in the Church.
General Conference
Kindness, Charity, and Love
President Thomas S. Monson
" Kindness is the essence of a celestial life. Kindness is how a Christlike person treats others. Kindness should permeate all of our words and actions at work, at school, at church, and especially in our homes." - Joseph B. Wirthlin
Called to the Work
Elder David A. Bednar
" Personal worthiness is the single most important requirement for receiving the higher priesthood. A lifetime of selfless priesthood service lies before you. Prepare now by frequently rendering meaningful service. Please learn to love being and remaining worthy. Be worthy. Stay worthy."
A day to relax and enjoy some Hallmark Christmas movies. I love Christmas in July! This morning I watched "December Bride," and "The Christmas Secret." It rained around one o'clock so James and I went out on the porch and finished "The Reluctant Duchess." Afterwards we went inside and had some of Trina's white chili. Yes, it's still good!
I tell James that we are many times 'on the edge.' I tried to take some picture to explain what this means:
On the edge of the clouds and the storm.
The left is cloudy and looks like rain any minute.
The right is clear and the sun is shining.
I love to look out at the grass James planted and see the bunnies enjoying a feast. Today a squirrel joined in. He was holding a blade of grass in his little front legs and chewing on it. I guess he gave up on getting into our garbage since we are careful about leaving the garage door closed.
Today is what I call a "down" day or a recovery day. I did clean the kitchen and dining room floor with my new Floormate.
James didn't go to the dump. He has decided he is going to burn the trash and then dig out the cans, etc. That's fine with me as long as he gets rid of it.
James: "I can't find my saw."
James is having F.H.E. with the Wilhelm family this evening. He gave the lesson on a plan for your goals. Last month they all wrote out their goals and gave them to him. Ruthie was taking care of a baby bluebird.
Brother Westbrook said Sadie and her husband were in an accident and totaled his truck. They both got accepted into BYU-Idaho and will be leaving in a couple of weeks. Brother Westbrook is giving them their car to drive. What a great dad!
I watched "Christmas in Homestead" while James was gone. When he returned we watched the finale of "The Good Witch." Sam and Cassie are engaged.
Random Photos:
Wish they would come back.
They were going to stay awhile but something
scared them away.
Annie is my favorite!
I love their bums. They look like targets.
The herd
The Vernon watchmen on the hill.
The road home.
I love the clouds!
Phoenix
Show Low Walmart parking lot.
Somewhere in Scotland or Ireland
Beautiful!
